JD Hancock Exactly what tops seeing the Grand Canyon Skywalk? Getting there. And nothing comes close to the excitement of flying to the glass bridge aboard a smooth Las Vegas helicopter.

Flights leave Vegas daily and take just 45 minutes to reach Grand Canyon West, house of the Skywalk. En route, you’ll fly over Lake Mead, the biggest manufactured reservoir in the U.S., and Hoover Dam, which now includes the amazing Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.

Then, simply as you clear Grand Cliffs Wasth, there it is: The Skywalk Grand Canyon, sparkling like a diamond pendant under the intense Mojave Desert sun.

The photo chances really start at this point as you begin your descent. Passing by the large window of your airplane are Eagle and Guano Points, a practical Indian Town, the magnificent Colorado River, and the well-known Grand Canyon skyline. You’ll land at the Grand Canyon West airstrip, which lies amidst 9,000 excellent acres of Hualapai Indian land.

The Skywalk is a magnificent example of 21st Century engineering. The cantilevered walkway extends 70 feet past the edge and suspends guests 4,000 feet above the Colorado River. The bridge is strong and can hold up to 71 totally loaded 747 jumbo jets. It can also withstand earthquakes as much as magnitude 8 on the Richter Scale. Engineered to hold up to 800 individuals concurrently, the Skywalk’s maximum tenancy is 120 individuals.

The deck is comprised of 46 glass panels that cost $ 250,000 each. This glass can scratch, which is why no personal electronics, including digital electronic cameras and mobile phones, are allowed. You are likewise required to put cloth booties over your shoes. Professional photographers are offered to take your photo, and there are mounted video cameras on the guardrails.

There are two kinds of Skywalk Grand Canyon helicopter tours from Las Vegas. The air trip takes you to the Grand Canyon and over the bridge and back to Vegas. Overall tour time is 3.5 hours. The other lands and includes VIP Skywalk tickets and lunch. This journey lasts 6.5 hours. Both journeys consist of totally free hotel shuttle service to a lot of major Las Vegas Strip hotels.

Helicopters rides are enjoyable, safe, and thrilling. The majority of trip operators utilize the EcoStar 130, an exceptional airplane that features a cabin 25% larger than traditional helicopters. The extra room suggests these aircraft are equipped with theater-style seats and huge wraparound windshields. They likewise come equipped with two-way digital interaction systems and a pre-recorded narrative equated into more than 10 languages.

< br/ > If you do the research, helicopter trips can be quite a deal. The top rates are on the web. I recommend acquiring direct from the tour operator. I strongly recommend purchasing your seats beforehand. This indicates will have a flight the day you desire it. Which reminds me: Never ever book when you arrive in Las Vegas. These trips offer out. Constantly book in advance.

Going to the Grand Canyon Skywalk is an even in itself. If you wish to do it right, you have actually got to take a Las Vegas helicopter tour. These helicopters fly at a lower altitude than aircrafts, giving you the ultimate bird’s eye view when you skyrocket over Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, and the Skywalk. Plus, they’re quickly, reaching speeds in excess of 200 miles per hour. If it all sounds over the top, it is. Which is exactly how you should remember your Grand Canyon Skywalk experience.